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Christopher J. Barrett
Christopher J. Barrett
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Christopher Barrett Obituary
Born in Melrose on February 24, 1932 he was the son of the late Christopher and Vera (Wilson) Barrett.
Mr. Barrett was a graduate of Wakefield High School, Class of 1949 and had attended Boston College. During the Korean Conflict he served in the U.S. Navy. He started Christopher J. Barrett Realtors in 1966.
Mr. Barrett was a long term trustee and member of the Board of Investment at the Savings Bank. He was also a member of the West Side Social Club, the Knights of Columbus and a past vice president of the Chamber of Commerce in Wakefield. An avid golfer, he was an active member of the Bear Hill Golf Club in Stoneham for 43 years and was currently the vice president of the Bear Hill Associates.
Mr. Barrett was the husband of Marilyn (Longo) Barrett. He was the father of Christopher M. Barrett and his wife Karen, Michael R. Barrett and his wife Paula, Gerald E. Barrett and his wife Kristen, and David M. Barrett and his wife Lisa all of Wakefield. He was the brother of Patricia Mooney and Jean VanNeste, both of Wakefield and the grandfather of Chris, Taylor, Julia, Carolyn, Sofia, Isabella, Jacob, Lola, and Drew.
His funeral will be held from the McDonald Funeral Home, 19 Yale Ave., Wakefield on Saturday at 9 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Joseph Church, 173 Albion St., Wakefield, at 10 o'clock. Visitation for relatives and friends will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 3-8 p.m.
Contributions may be made to Families of SMA, P.O. Box 2902, Woburn, MA 01888.
Read Christopher Barrett's Obituary and Guestbook on www.mcdonaldfs.com.
Visitation
McDonald Funeral Home
19 Yale Ave.
Wakefield, MA US 01880
Friday, April 19, 2013, 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Service
St. Joseph Church
173 Albion Street
Wakefield, MA US 01880
Saturday, April 20, 2013, 10:00 AM
Cemetery
Lakeside Cemetery
Corner of North Ave. & Beacon St.
Wakefield, MA US 01880
Saturday, April 20, 2013,
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Paul and Pat Leone
April 11, 2019
Always remember that smile, and how he welcomed my family to Bear Hill in 1979. Wonderful man and family.
May 4, 2013
Marilyn,
I was so sorry to hear about Chris. He was a wonderful man - great husband, father, and grandfather. He will be missed.
Susan McFarland (Nantucket)
Geraci Family
May 3, 2013
Marilyn, Chris, Michael and David and all the Barrett family .. I just heard of Chris's passing... My whole family is distressed we hadn't known ..Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. In our eyes, Chris was a great guy... helpful, cheerful and caring... I, personally, am so pleased now that we bumped into each other a few weeks back .. Love to all Arlene Geraci for The Geraci Family
Marty Mazzone
April 28, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Barrett's passing. He and Mrs. Barrett were always so nice to us when we stationed the whole family in front of their house on the Fourth of July! He was a lovely man. My best to the Barrett family and Mrs. Barrett.
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D. V.
April 21, 2013
He was one of the nicest people I've ever met. He was a very helpful and respectful person. He will be greatly missed. Don
Paul and Pat Leone
April 20, 2013
Barrett family,
A tremendous loss for your family and our community. Chris was truly an oustanding man, husband, father,grandfather, and friend. He was always positive and smiling. Chris always made our family feel welcomed at the Bear Hill.
Our prayers are with you all,
The Leone family
Paul Brzezenski
April 19, 2013
Jed,
My condolences to you and your family
Joe and Tracy Walsh
April 19, 2013
Mike, Paula, and the rest of the Barrett family. Tracy and I are sad to hear of your Dad's passing. His smile and laugh were infectious. He was one of the most welcoming people I've ever known. Whether it was July 4th celebrations on the front porch, a day at the beach at the condo, or just a bunch of goofy teenagers crashing his house on a weekend night, he always made everyone feel at home. You are all in our prayers.
April 18, 2013
Chris, thank you for being who you were; a great friend, with a ready smile, a funny joke and who always loved a good time with friends. We will miss you forever.
Tom and Judy Bringola
April 18, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
Katie (Cabral) Goyea
April 18, 2013
David and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
April 18, 2013
Marilyn, your entire family has always felt like an extension of our own. We will always miss Chris a true friend; rest assured we will always hold dear the fond memories the Barrett family all brought to our lives.
You are all in our prayers,
Bob and Celeste Buckley
Ocean Springs, MS
Tony Gonnella
April 18, 2013
Marilyn and your sons and families, my heartfelt condolences to all, Chris was such a gentlemen and he always made the time to talk to you and always concerned about whoever he was talking with. Chris will be missed by many. I wanted you al to know your in my thoughts and prayers. love you all..
Karen Bringola
April 17, 2013
My most sincere condolences to the entire Barrett family. I will always remember Chris and his awesome laugh. He will be missed. Love to all of you.
Jennifer Delrossi Meleedy
April 17, 2013
Jed and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
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